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Earth Day bucket list: Kisawa Sanctuary opens in Mozambique
The new eco-resort on the island of Benguerra opens with a commitment to preserving the environment and “people-focused hospitality”
Tunisia's Nouvelair to relaunch Gatwick and Manchester flights
Twice-weekly flights scheduled to get under way in July
Sustainable travel brand Beyond Green makes trade push
Some of the world’s most innovative sustainable hotels can now be booked via the brand’s GDS with bonus commission also available
Global Travel Taskforce sets out plans to restart travel from May
A ‘green watchlist’, additional enforcement powers for the CAA and a new Covid-19 passenger charter are among plans to restart international travel this summer, amid hopes travel could still resume in May
Fosun to relaunch Cook's Club brand to UK market
Millennial-focused hotel brand, which will be trade-friendly, was among the assets acquired by Fosun following the collapse of Thomas Cook in September 2019
Private detectives: where to find exclusive-use inspiration around the world
From super-modern remote hideaways in Finland to island buy-outs in the Maldives and Bali, luxury travellers are increasingly going to be looking for private homes, villas and exclusive-use properties as they pick up their travel plans
Government announces Qatar and Ethiopia travel ban
Oman and Somalia will also be added to the government’s Covid ‘red list’ from 4am on Friday (19 March)
Oceania reports best booking day in company history
The line said sales secured on 3 March topped any other day in its 18 years of trading
Riviera offers new 2022 South Africa flight options
Return Qatar Airways flights available from Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester, Edinburgh and Dublin
Oasis Overland ceases trading after more than 20 years
Adventure specialist becomes third Aito operator to fold during the pandemic, compared to just five in the 45 years previous since the association’s formation
Air Namibia becomes latest airline casualty
Namibia’s flag carrier closes after 75 years
Africa hub for agents makes debut
A new trade hub has been launched to give agents insight, inspiration and practical advice about travel to Africa
In the spotlight: Habitas Namibia
A new brand, upcoming destination, sustainably built, conservation and community-focused – Habitas Namibia ticks a lot of boxes, and is the latest in TTG Luxury’s In The Spotlight series.
Viking to expand Nile river fleet with new ship
Viking Aton scheduled to debut in September 2022 alongside sister ship Viking Osiris and Viking Ra
AndBeyond celebrates birth of first wild pangolin for decades
The incredible scaly mammal is plagued by poaching and illegal trade, and the birth of a pup marks a major conservation milestone
Africa travel ban extended to Tanzania and DRC
All arrivals banned from 4am on Friday (22 January)
Doing the right thing: sustainable travel options
For some people, the pandemic has meant a chance to reconsider future travel choices, seeking out more thoughtful, sustainable options, and agents can help them on that greener journey
Operator faces bill for millions if rugby tour switch goes ahead
Petition launched by operator to retain British and Irish Lions tour in South Africa
Classic Collection adds new long-haul destinations
Thailand, Malaysia and the Seychelles among the additions for luxury operator
South Africa travel ban extended to Indian Ocean destinations
Mauritius and Seychelles removed from government’s quarantine-free travel corridor list
Elegant Resorts pins hopes on vax roll-out and new hotels
The UK might have gone into lockdown, but the operator says client confidence is being boosted by the vaccination roll-out and a slew of new hotel openings
Newmarket Holidays shakes up 2021/22 touring options
Additions include new UK and Ireland options, as well as several new Asian and African adventures
Crackdown on arrivals from South Africa after new Covid strain found
All arrivals from South Africa in the past fortnight must quarantine, says health secretary
Transport sec promises travel corridor 'certainty' over festive season
Grant Shapps said on Thursday there would be only emergency removals from the list over Christmas and the new year